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curling iron
noun
: a rod-shaped usually metal instrument which is heated and around which a lock of hair to be curled or waved is wound
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From the best curling irons to multi-stylers that can match the power of the Dyson Airwrap.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 2 Dec. 2024
Walmart This is the best curling iron for fine hair.
—Louryn Strampe, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2024
Dreame’s dryer is lightweight and folds, but has the power of a standard hair dryer, and comes with attachments to transform it into a curling iron or smoother for straight hair.
—Time Staff, TIME, 30 Oct. 2024
These treatments offer deep-conditioning benefits, and if your hair frequently suffers at the hands of your curling iron, taking the time to do a hair mask can go a long way in boosting hydration and repelling dryness.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 14 Nov. 2024
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First Known Use
1616, in the meaning defined above
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“Curling iron.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/curling%20iron. Accessed 27 Dec. 2024.
Kids Definition
curling iron
noun
: a rod-shaped device that is heated and used to curl hair
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